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The IELTS Writing Task 2 Band 8 Checklist

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Jan 222 min read

The IELTS Writing Task 2 Band 8 Checklist

This checklist can help you identify missing elements in your IELTS Writing Task 2 answer. If you include all of the elements below, your a

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Writing Task 1 (GT) - Useful Language for Band 7+ Informal Recommendation Letters

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Jan 53 min read

IELTS GENERAL WRITING TASK 1

Writing Task 1 (GT) - Useful Language for Band 7+ Informal Recommendation Letters

In IELTS General Training Writing Task 1, you will be asked to write an informal letter or email. This could be a letter to a friend, or...

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Writing Task 2 - How to Avoid Informal English in Academic Writing

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Dec 29, 20235 min read

IELTS WRITING TASK 2

Writing Task 2 - How to Avoid Informal English in Academic Writing

In IELTS Writing Task 2 you should avoid using informal English. Obviously, slang is inappropriate, however, many everyday words and...

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IELTS Speaking Part 1: Practical Tips For Success

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Nov 6, 20234 min read

IELTS SPEAKING

IELTS Speaking Part 1: Practical Tips For Success

By following these practical steps, you'll be better prepared for Part 1 of the IELTS Speaking Test.

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IELTS Speaking Part 3: Informal linkers and linking phrases for speaking (and informal writing)

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Nov 4, 20234 min read

IELTS SPEAKING

IELTS Speaking Part 3: Informal linkers and linking phrases for speaking (and informal writing)

The less formal linkers are not so well known, and are important if you want to reach the advanced levels of bands 7, 8 or 9.

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IELTS Speaking Part 2: How To Prepare To Reach Above Band 7

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Oct 11, 20233 min read

IELTS SPEAKING

IELTS Speaking Part 2: How To Prepare To Reach Above Band 7

A simple guide to help you prepare for IELTS Speaking Part 2 The IELTS Speaking Part 2, also known as the "Long Turn," is where you talk...

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IELTS Writing Task 2: How To Answer Problem/ Cause & Solution Questions To Reach Band 9

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Sep 17, 20237 min read

IELTS WRITING TASK 2

IELTS Writing Task 2: How To Answer Problem/ Cause & Solution Questions To Reach Band 9

Problem/ Cause & Solution Writing Task 2 When answering an IELTS Writing Task 2 problem/ cause and solution question you need to think of...

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IELTS Writing Task 2: How to Write the Introduction Paragraph

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Aug 24, 20234 min read

IELTS WRITING TASK 2

IELTS Writing Task 2: How to Write the Introduction Paragraph

There are many ways to write an introduction paragraph but a simple and tested technique is the following:

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IELTS Writing Task 2: 7 Ways To Improve Grammatical Range To Score Band 7+

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Jun 16, 20234 min read

IELTS WRITING TASK 2

IELTS Writing Task 2: 7 Ways To Improve Grammatical Range To Score Band 7+

In order to score highly for grammatical range in IELTS Writing, it’s necessary to build complex sentences. Below you’ll find 7 of the...

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IELTS Writing Task 2: Topic Sentences; The Key To Band 7+

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Jun 2, 20235 min read

IELTS WRITING TASK 2

IELTS Writing Task 2: Topic Sentences; The Key To Band 7+

A topic sentence is the first sentence of a body paragraph. It immediately tells the reader what the central topic (main idea) of the...

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IELTS Writing Task 2: Linkers & Linking Phrases To Improve Your Essays

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Jun 1, 20234 min read

IELTS WRITING TASK 2

IELTS Writing Task 2: Linkers & Linking Phrases To Improve Your Essays

Linking words or phrases help to structure an essay and provide signposts that help the reader follow your sequence of ideas.

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IELTS Vocabulary: Outdoor Activities - Articles & Videos to Broaden Your B2 - C2 Vocabulary

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Apr 29, 20232 min read

IELTS VOCABULARY

IELTS Vocabulary: Outdoor Activities - Articles & Videos to Broaden Your B2 - C2 Vocabulary

One of the best ways to prepare to write an IELTS Writing Task 2 or to speak about a topic in the IELTS Speaking Test is to read widely...

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IELTS Writing Task 2: Organising Ideas To Improve Coherence & Cohesion

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Apr 21, 20235 min read

IELTS WRITING TASK 2

IELTS Writing Task 2: Organising Ideas To Improve Coherence & Cohesion

A common problem when doing writing task 2 is with the organisation of ideas into paragraphs.

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IELTS Writing Task 2: Mastering Opinion Essays - An Advanced Guide To IELTS Writing

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Mar 11, 20236 min read

IELTS WRITING TASK 2

IELTS Writing Task 2: Mastering Opinion Essays - An Advanced Guide To IELTS Writing

Below I explain an advanced method which I use when writing an IELTS Writing Task 2 opinion essay. There are simpler ways, which I will...

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IELTS Writing Task 2: How to Write Effective Body Paragraphs

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Mar 8, 20234 min read

IELTS WRITING TASK 2

IELTS Writing Task 2: How to Write Effective Body Paragraphs

In your body paragraph you will develop and extend the main ideas in your essays. There are many possible ways to do this but below are...

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IELTS Speaking Part 2: 4 Better Ways To Start Your Speech

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Mar 3, 20231 min read

IELTS SPEAKING

IELTS Speaking Part 2: 4 Better Ways To Start Your Speech

Based on my experience with IELTS students I’d say that 90% of IELTS candidates start the IELTS Speaking Task 2 with a phrase like this:...

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